1954 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP) has 389 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 990 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 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul. 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Consul | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Consul | Equus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 429 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3045 mm |