2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1956 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1956 Morris Oxford. (52 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1956 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 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1956 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | MC12 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
