2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 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 491 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 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 SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 841 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | SL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
