1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 3 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 40 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | 250 GT | Oxford |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 106 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |