2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 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 CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
