1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1951 Morris Oxford

To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 455 kg more than 1951 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ferrari 512 M 1951 Morris Oxford
Make Ferrari Morris
Model 512 M Oxford
Year Released 1995 1951
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1475 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 423 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 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 1455 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2470 mm


 

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