1969 Morris Oxford vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 688 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Morris Oxford | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Morris | Aston Martin |
| Model | Oxford | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 97 L |
