2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 886 kg more than 1958 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | E | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
