1959 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 852 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Consul | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1941 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |