1954 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP) has 277 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 360 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.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Consul | 996 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |