1953 Morris Six vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 55 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 320 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Six | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Morris | Nissan |
Model | Six | 350Z |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.4 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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |