2005 Lincoln LS vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln LS (229 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 557 kg more than 1965 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 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln LS | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lincoln | Morris |
| Model | LS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
