1957 Morris Cowley vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Morris | Pontiac |
| Model | Cowley | GTO |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |
