2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 47 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 275 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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina Roadster | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | Roadster | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |