1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,601 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | ML | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2601 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
