2006 Ford GT vs. 1952 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1952 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 584 kg more than 1952 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1952 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | GT | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
