1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward

To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Morris Oxford 2005 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
Make Morris Rolls-Royce
Model Oxford Park Ward
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 4350 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 112 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 2450 kg
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 3370 mm


 

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