1957 Ford Consul vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Consul | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
