1958 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 50 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 366 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, 2008 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Consul | IS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
