1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 296 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | DB4 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 52 L |
