1951 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Consul | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
