1959 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1088 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, 2010 Buick Enclave, 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2010 Buick Enclave 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. 2010 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Consul | Enclave |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2007 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |