1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1958 Morris Minor
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1958 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | 420 | Minor |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |