1948 Morris Six vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Six would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1948 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Six.

Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Six. (135 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Six. 2010 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Six has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1948 Morris Six 2010 Land Rover LR3
Make Morris Land Rover
Model Six LR3
Year Released 1948 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2215 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 70 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors


 

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