1971 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP) has 510 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 355 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Oxford | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Morris | Ferrari |
| Model | Oxford | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 86 L |
