2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Silverado | Oxford |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2530 mm |