2004 Ford GT vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 45 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 435 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | GT | Oxford |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |