1952 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 54 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 205 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3610 mm |
