2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1956 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | CL | Minor |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |