2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1955 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 795 kg more than 1955 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 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford. 2008 Maserati Coupe has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 1955 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Maserati | Morris |
Model | Coupe | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |