1952 Ford Consul vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 641 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Consul | 525 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2497 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 | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |