2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2004 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2004 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (322 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. 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 (510 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | CLK | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |