1955 Morris Cowley vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Morris Cowley | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Morris | Porsche |
| Model | Cowley | 965 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
