1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Guara | Oxford |
Year Released | 1997 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |