1954 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 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 7,291 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP) has 478 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1005 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (766 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | SL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 7291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 518 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 766 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
