1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1957 Morris Cowley is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (177 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1957 Morris Cowley. 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | 500 | Cowley |
Year Released | 1943 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 52 L |