1958 Morris Cowley vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Cowley | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Cowley | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 102 L |