1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1964 Morris Oxford is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1964 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Imperial | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |
