2001 BMW M vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 45 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 321 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.
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2001 BMW M | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
Make | BMW | Morris |
Model | M | Cowley |
Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1054 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |