1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1964 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 208 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
