1958 Ford Consul vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1183 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
