2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
