1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1950 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 40 L |
