1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1968 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | Lagonda | Oxford |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |