1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 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 CLK LM (773 Nm) has 641 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (132 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CLK LM | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
