2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1969 Morris Minor

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1969 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1969 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 920 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 1969 Morris Minor
Make Mercedes-Benz Morris
Model SL Minor
Year Released 2008 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5980 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 604 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 1001 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2190 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 45 L


 

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