1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 64 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 573 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1275 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 913 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Morris Oxford | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1476 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3165 mm |
