2008 BMW 550 vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 676 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:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 550 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
