2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1976 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 1976 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1976 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1976 Morgan 4. 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 (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Morgan 4. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 1976 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1976 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1976 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | SLR McLaren | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |