2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1958 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 SL (700 Nm) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | SL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
