1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 618 kg more than 1963 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Seville | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
