2005 BMW M3 vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 646 kg more than 1954 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:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | M3 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
