1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Morris Oxford is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 117 kg more than 1957 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 190 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
