1957 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 49 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 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 229 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.
Because 1957 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
