2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 870 kg more than 1949 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 CLK (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
