1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 523 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Camaro | Oxford |
Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |