1981 Ferrari 308 vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 22 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 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 160 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 308 | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 308 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
