2002 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
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 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Morgan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Aero 8 | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
