1952 Ford Consul vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 185 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 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 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 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Consul | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
