1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 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 279 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 658 kg more than 1956 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) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB7 | Oxford |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 106 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |