1960 Morris Minor vs. 1996 Porsche 911

To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911
Make Morris Porsche
Model Minor 911
Year Released 1960 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 948 cc 3164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 36 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 68 Nm 650 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 792 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2280 mm


 

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