1954 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 135 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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Consul | AIV |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |