2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is newer by 47 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (353 HP) has 313 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 weights approximately 633 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, 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 (536 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Dodge | Morris |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
