2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 945 kg more than 1961 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 CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLS | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
