2000 Acura NSX vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura NSX | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Acura | Morris |
Model | NSX | Oxford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3208 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |