2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CLK | 4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
