1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (219 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 466 kg more than 1968 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 420 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
