1949 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 58 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 920 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Minor | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Minor | 350Z |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 916 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2660 mm |