2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 944 kg more than 1955 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. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1955 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1955 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Alpina | Morris |
| Model | B7 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |
