1952 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP) has 453 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 907 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1952 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, 2004 Peugeot 907 (214 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 907 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Consul | 907 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
