2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Expedition | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 112 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |