1956 Ford Consul vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1222 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.
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 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
