1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1966 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Morris |
| Model | Guara | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
