2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 1965 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 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 562 more horse power than 1965 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati MC12 | 1965 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | MC12 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
