2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1958 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1958 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | F-250 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2470 mm |
