2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1956 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 53 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley.
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. 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1956 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Bentley | Morris |
| Model | Brooklands | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 52 L |
