1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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 216 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Oxford weights approximately 13 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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 @ 4100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 208 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| 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 | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
