2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 59 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 946 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 1949 Morris Oxford is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Lucerne | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
