1962 Ford Consul vs. 1960 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Ford Consul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Porsche 356 (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 27 kg more than 1960 Porsche 356.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1960 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Consul | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
