1954 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1954 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Minor | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Minor | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 801 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2360 mm |