1964 Morris Minor vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2004 Porsche GT2 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Morris Minor | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Minor | GT2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
