1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 34 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | B 10 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 471 Nm | 122 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |