1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 132 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | Dino | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
