2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 391 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Morris Six 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 1950 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | LaCrosse | Six |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
