1955 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 56 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1758 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 2731 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4326 mm |
