2004 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1963 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 (322 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1963 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 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan Aero 8 | 1963 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Morgan | Morris |
| Model | Aero 8 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |
