2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1958 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 42 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 289 more horse power than 1958 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 570 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (491 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1958 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Alpina | Morris |
Model | B 10 | Cowley |
Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 491 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |