1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 1989 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1989 Morgan 4.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 1989 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | 4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2450 mm |
