1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 219 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | 328 GTS | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 52 L |
