2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 771 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | S | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
