1958 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 430 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I, 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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1999 Infiniti I | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Consul | I |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |