1956 Ford Consul vs. 2013 BMW X6 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 M is newer by 57 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 M should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 M weights approximately 1329 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 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M 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, 2013 BMW X6 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul. 2013 BMW X6 M 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. 2013 BMW X6 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 2013 BMW X6 M | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Consul | X6 M |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4876 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
