1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 298 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C 112 | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3350 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 | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
