1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1969 Morris Oxford is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 (280 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 250 GT | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
