1956 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 55 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2011 Audi R8 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. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Consul | R8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
