1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Ferrari | Morris |
Model | Testarossa | Cowley |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |