1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | Mondial | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
