1965 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G6 (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1965 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac G6 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Oxford | 2009 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Oxford | G6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
