1957 Ford Consul vs. 2000 Porsche 3400

To start off, 2000 Porsche 3400 is newer by 43 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 3400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 3400 (310 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 3400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.

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, 2000 Porsche 3400 (359 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche 3400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2000 Porsche 3400 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Porsche 3400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ford Consul 2000 Porsche 3400
Make Ford Porsche
Model Consul 3400
Year Released 1957 2000
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1702 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 47 HP 310 HP
Torque 124 Nm 359 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats


 

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