2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan Plus 4.
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 S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 835 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | S | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1991 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2440 mm |