1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1962 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1962 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 876 kg more than 1962 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1962 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | E | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
