1995 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1995 Cadillac Seville is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 679 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1995 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 1995 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | Seville | Oxford |
Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |