1951 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (156 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford.
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 C (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Oxford | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | C |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
