1967 Morris Oxford vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (255 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Morris Oxford | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Oxford | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
