2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 998 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor.
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 CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLK | Minor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 36 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
