1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | Ghibli | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
