1952 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 60 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Consul | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Consul | EX |
Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |