2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1993 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 675 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1993 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
