1959 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 53 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 572 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Consul | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | SLS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1702 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
