1950 Morris Six vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 111 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Morris Six | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Six | Boxster |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |