2008 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1953 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1953 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1953 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Morgan Aero 8 | 1953 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Morgan | Morris |
Model | Aero 8 | Oxford |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |