1951 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 61 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (399 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1261 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Morris Oxford | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | ML |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |
