1960 Morris Minor vs. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 40 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (549 HP) has 513 more horse power than 1960 Morris Minor. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 458 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, 2000 Porsche Carrera GT (600 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Morris Minor | 2000 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 549 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
