2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1659 kg more than 1948 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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Yukon | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
