1954 Ford Consul vs. 2003 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Vector M12 is newer by 49 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vector M12 (484 HP) has 444 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vector M12 weights approximately 585 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, 2003 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2003 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Vector |
| Model | Consul | M12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 484 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
