1963 Morris Oxford vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 290 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Morris Oxford. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Morris Oxford | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Oxford | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |