1959 Morris Cowley vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP) has 440 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley. 2010 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1959 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Morris Cowley | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Morris | Alpina |
| Model | Cowley | B7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 88 L |
