1950 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1950 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1950 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Morris Minor 2012 Porsche Cayenne
Make Morris Porsche
Model Minor Cayenne
Year Released 1950 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 918 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 27 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2030 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1939 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2896 mm


 

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