1954 Morris Cowley vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley.
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:
| 1954 Morris Cowley | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Cowley | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
