1959 Ford Consul vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | G |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |