2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 926 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
