1954 Ford Consul vs. 2001 BMW Z8
To start off, 2001 BMW Z8 is newer by 47 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z8 (400 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z8 weights approximately 540 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, 2001 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2001 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Consul | Z8 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 400 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |