1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 760 kg more than 1954 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:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Morris |
| Model | V8 Volante | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
