1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1957 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 515 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1957 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Dodge | Morris |
Model | Challenger | Oxford |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 545 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |