1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1994 Morgan 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1994 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1994 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | S | 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |