1958 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 292 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Consul | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Passat |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
