1958 Morris Minor vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1958 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1958 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Minor | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2860 mm |
