2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 47 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 535 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac XLR | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | XLR | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |