2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 430 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | CTS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
