2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1970 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 39 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1970 Morris Oxford. (61 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1970 Morris Oxford.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1970 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | DBS | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
