2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Suburban | Oxford |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |