1960 Morris Minor vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1960 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Morris Minor | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Minor | 911 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |