2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1953 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | B7 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |