1959 Ford Consul vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 38 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 911 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 1997 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
