2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 945 kg more than 1948 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2190 mm |
