2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 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 (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 605 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1956 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 SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 753 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 821 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2190 mm |
