1964 Morris Minor vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 695 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Morris Minor | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Minor | 911 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 117 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |