2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1959 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | B7 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |