1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 700 kg more than 1954 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Longchamp | Oxford |
Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |