1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | 320 | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |