2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | CL | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 22 L |