2009 Mercury Sable vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 859 kg more than 1956 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Morris Oxford. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable, 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 Mercury Sable (338 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Sable | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Sable | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1926 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
