2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Oxford weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X, 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 Ford Taurus X (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Taurus X | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
