1949 Morris Minor vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Minor | 911 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2360 mm |