1955 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Consul | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3020 mm |
