1948 Morris Oxford vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 62 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 565 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.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Morris Oxford | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Oxford | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1474 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |