1963 BMW 502 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1963 BMW 502 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 502 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 502 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
