2006 Acura RL vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 578 kg more than 1949 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Acura | Morris |
| Model | RL | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 40 L |
