1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 40 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 298 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
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 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Esprit | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Esprit | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
