2008 Ford GT vs. 1970 Morris Oxford

To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford GT 1970 Morris Oxford
Make Ford Morris
Model GT Oxford
Year Released 2008 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1622 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 493 HP 61 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 122 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 76.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 105.8 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 8.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 305 km/hour 129 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 45 L


 

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