2004 BMW 120 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2004 BMW 120 is newer by 48 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 331 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 120 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 120 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
