1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,799 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 150 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. 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 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 280 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 52 L |
