1954 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 57 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 4,805 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP) has 512 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LFA weights approximately 435 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, 2011 Lexus LFA (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Consul | LFA |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2605 mm |
