2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1953 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | F-250 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
