1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1598 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 Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2446 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
