2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 870 kg more than 1954 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 SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SL | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
