2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 870 kg more than 1968 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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
