2000 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP) has 427 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 455 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Acura | Morris |
| Model | NSX | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |
