1954 Ford Consul vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1954 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | 400 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3050 mm |
