1952 Ford Consul vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 61 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 884 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Consul | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Consul | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 365 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3052 mm |
