2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 959 kg more than 1954 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
