2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1953 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1953 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CL | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
