2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, 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 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | DTS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
