2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 687 kg more than 1961 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercury Sable | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
