1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1957 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
Model | 600 | Cowley |
Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |