1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1969 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 400 kg more than 1969 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 Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | Testarossa | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
