1955 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 575 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 593 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 92 L |
