1959 Ford Consul vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 52 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 680 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 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Consul | A5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |