2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1953 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1953 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 795 kg more than 1953 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1953 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
