1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 208 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
