1954 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 225 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 Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante 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 Esperante | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Consul | Esperante |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |