1951 Ford Consul vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 59 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 615 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.
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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2010 BMW 135 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Consul | 135 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2659 mm |