1957 Ford Consul vs. 1990 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1990 TVR Griffith is newer by 33 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR Griffith (327 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 TVR Griffith.
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, 1990 TVR Griffith (481 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm). This means 1990 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1990 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Consul | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
