1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1949 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Morris | GMC |
Model | Oxford | Sierra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |