2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Morgan Aeromax
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Aeromax. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Aeromax would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Aeromax. (329 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Aeromax.
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 SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Aeromax. (449 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Aeromax. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Aeromax has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Aeromax will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Morgan Aeromax | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | SL | Aeromax |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
