1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 403 kg more than 1957 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Cowley |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |