2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 940 kg more than 1988 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 CLK (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CLK | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
