1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 63 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Oxford | SLK |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |