2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1951 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | STS | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |