1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Morgan 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 317 more horse power than 1980 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1980 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1980 Morgan 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C 112 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
