1953 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1953 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Consul | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Consul | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
