1955 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 720 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Consul | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Consul | TL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1508 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
