1954 Morris Oxford vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1954 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Morris Oxford | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Oxford | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1476 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |