2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 611 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 899 kg more than 1956 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 SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 766 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | SLR McLaren | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 641 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 820 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |