1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 637 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Oxford | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Morris | Cadillac |
| Model | Oxford | CTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
