1959 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 46 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 655 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Consul | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
