2002 Lotus Esprit vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 210 kg more than 1961 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Esprit | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Esprit | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 1620 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
