1957 Ford Consul vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 52 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 286 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul. 2009 Toyota Avalon 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. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Consul | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
