1992 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1993 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 770 kg more than 1993 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | SL | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
