2009 BMW 525 vs. 1955 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1955 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:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 1955 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | BMW | Morris |
| Model | 525 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| 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 | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1660 kg | 1056 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
