1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C 112 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
