1955 Morris Cowley vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 48 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Morris Cowley weights approximately 6 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
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 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Morris | Noble |
| Model | Cowley | M12 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
