2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 545 kg more than 1996 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 SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | SLK | 4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
