1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1959 Morris Oxford is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chrysler | Morris |
Model | Imperial | Oxford |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |