2003 Lincoln Continental vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Lincoln Continental is newer by 44 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2003 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lincoln Continental | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | Continental | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
