2006 Lexus RX vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Lexus RX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 547 kg more than 1952 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Lexus | Morris |
| Model | RX | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
