2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 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 (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford.
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 (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 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 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 821 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
