2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1966 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1966 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 806 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Minor. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1966 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
