1955 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 56 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1098 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Minor | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |
