1956 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 668 kg more than 1956 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 CLS (600 Nm) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Oxford | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Oxford | CLS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2875 mm |
