1997 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 889 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | SL | 4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4971 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |