1951 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2010 Toyota Camry 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Camry (268 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Camry weights approximately 525 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 1951 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Camry (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul. 2010 Toyota Camry 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. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Consul | 2010 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Camry |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
