1957 Morris Cowley vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 49 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 590 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Morris Cowley | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Cowley | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |
