2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 545 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | C | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |