1973 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 15 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 854 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, 1973 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1958 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1958 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 De Tomaso Deauville | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Deauville | Oxford |
Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |