1954 Ford Consul vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 58 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 849 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 312 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4250 mm |
