1946 Bristol 450 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1957 Morris Cowley is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Bristol 450 (153 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 390 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Bristol 450 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Bristol | Morris |
| Model | 450 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |
