1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1951 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 47 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 281 more horse power than 1951 Morris Oxford. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1951 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 400 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1951 Morris Oxford | |
Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
Model | Mangusta | Oxford |
Year Released | 1998 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |