2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 390 kg more than 1957 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | C | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
