1964 Morris Oxford vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Morris Oxford weights approximately 66 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Oxford | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Morris | TVR |
| Model | Oxford | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
