1950 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1950 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Morris Oxford | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | R |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
