1958 Ford Consul vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 43 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 653 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.
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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul. 2001 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 2001 Lexus SC | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Consul | SC |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |