1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1954 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Oxford | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Oxford | CLC |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |