2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 507 kg more than 1964 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 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford. 2003 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 1964 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1964 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Buick | Morris |
| Model | Blackhawk | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |
