2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 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 91 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 822 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
