1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 700 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | E |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1700 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
