2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
