1949 Morris Oxford vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1949 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 415 kg more than 1949 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Oxford | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Oxford | Cayman |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |