2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 638 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Express | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |