1955 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 768 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 64 L |
