1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1955 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 280 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
