1957 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 51 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 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1266 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 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Consul | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |