1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 280 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Maserati | Morris |
| Model | 5000 GT | Six |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
