1951 Ford Consul vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 56 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP) has 352 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1587 kg more than 1951 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Consul | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 392 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |