2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. 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 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
