2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
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 CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
