1959 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 47 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 145 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.
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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Morris Oxford | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Morris | TVR |
Model | Oxford | T 350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |