1964 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1257 kg more than 1964 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (515 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1964 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1964 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Oxford | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Morris | Ford |
| Model | Oxford | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 2383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
