1959 Ford Consul vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 1996 Acura RL is newer by 37 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 595 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 1959 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 1959 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL, 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 1996 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Consul | RL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
