1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (260 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 280 | Isis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2797 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
