1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1961 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 29 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1961 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1961 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | Lagonda | Oxford |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1620 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |