1964 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 640 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911
Make Morris Porsche
Model Minor 911
Year Released 1964 2008
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1098 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3500 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
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 117 km/hour 315 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2190 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 89 L


 

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