1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 32 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 589 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
