2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | E-250 | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
