1956 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 56 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul.
Because 2012 Audi S4 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, 2012 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Consul | S4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
