1956 Morris Cowley vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1956 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. 2009 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Cowley | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Morris | BMW |
| Model | Cowley | 335 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
