2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1987 Morgan 4. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 501 kg more than 1987 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 CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Morgan 4. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Morgan 4. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1987 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1987 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | CL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
