1962 Ford Consul vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul.
Because 1962 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 1962 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, 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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Consul | A6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
