2008 GMC Savana vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1954 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 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 1954 Morris Minor | |
Make | GMC | Morris |
Model | Savana | Minor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2190 mm |