2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 788 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morris |
| Model | 300 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
