1956 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 53 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 571 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2009 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Passat |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 128 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
