1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | 220 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |