1971 Morris Minor vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1971 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Morris Minor | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Morris | Porsche |
Model | Minor | Cayman |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |