1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 139 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ferrari Dino | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | Dino | Oxford |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |