2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 296 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Six |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1224 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
