1959 Ford Consul vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 47 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1570 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 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 129 L |
