2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 697 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
Model | DB7 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 106 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |