2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (342 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 795 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (520 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 22 L |
