2008 BMW 130 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 52 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 321 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. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1956 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1956 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 130 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |
