2000 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 615 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | ML | Minor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4261 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
