2008 BMW 523 vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 54 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 436 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:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 523 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
