2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 46 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 720 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (112 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 612 | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | 612 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |