1999 Lincoln LS vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 585 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (278 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln LS | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | LS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
