1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM 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 549 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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 613 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CLK LM | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 160 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 | 880 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 | 50 L |
