1955 Morris Oxford vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1955 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1955 Morris Oxford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morris Oxford. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Oxford | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Oxford | 996 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
