1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 48 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 498 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | CLK | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
