1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 32 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 284 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:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | 230 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
