2007 BMW 335 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 52 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 544 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 335 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
