2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 933 kg more than 1955 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 E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | E | Minor |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
