1956 Morris Minor vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Minor | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
