2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1971 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1971 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 CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1971 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CL | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 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 | 52 L |
