2006 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 561 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:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 330 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
