2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 500 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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Crossfire | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
