1956 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 1956 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Consul | 407 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |