1990 BMW 518 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 34 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 106 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:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 518 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
