2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1949 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 570 kg more than 1949 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1949 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | Crossfire | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
