1958 Morris Cowley vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 55 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP) has 458 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 750 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Morris Cowley | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cowley | CLS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 511 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2874 mm |
