1953 Morris Six vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1953 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Morris Six | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Six | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 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 | 1220 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 89 L |
