1952 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 53 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Consul | Spyder |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 390 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |