1966 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 8 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP) has 357 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 27 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | AC | Morris |
Model | Cobra | Cowley |
Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |