2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1948 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 591 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1948 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 918 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
