1958 Morris Cowley vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 53 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP) has 432 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 617 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.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Cowley | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Morris | Nissan |
| Model | Cowley | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
