1958 Morris Cowley vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 51 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP) has 541 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 110 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 653 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Morris Cowley | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Morris | Pagani |
Model | Cowley | Zonda |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 594 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |