2005 Maserati Coupe vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 855 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Coupe | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Maserati | Morris |
Model | Coupe | Minor |
Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |