2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 Morris Minor
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1967 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 985 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
