1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 564 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 345 kg more than 1948 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Oxford | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |