1963 Morris Oxford vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 730 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morris Oxford weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Oxford | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Morris | TVR |
| Model | Oxford | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
