2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Morris Minor
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 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor 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 568 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor.
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 932 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 948 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2190 mm |
