2009 Audi R8 vs. 1959 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 367 more horse power than 1959 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Cowley weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Morris Cowley. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Cowley. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1959 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | R8 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
