1951 Ford Consul vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 60 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Consul | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Consul | 325 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |