1999 AC Cobra vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Oxford weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | AC | Morris |
Model | Cobra | Oxford |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |