2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1950 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1950 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 823 kg more than 1950 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 692 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Oxford.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1950 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | SLR McLaren | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 40 L |