1954 Morris Cowley vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1954 Morris Cowley. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Cowley | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Cowley | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |