1953 Morris Six vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 58 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1953 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1953 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Morris Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Six | 911 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
