1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1953 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB7 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 40 L |