2009 Maybach 62 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 54 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1770 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2009 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maybach 62 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Maybach | Morris |
| Model | 62 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2855 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2470 mm |
