2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Because 1954 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 1954 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Lucerne | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
