1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | CL | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5786 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 367 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2450 mm |