1963 Ford Consul vs. 1969 McLaren M10
To start off, 1969 McLaren M10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 McLaren M10 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Consul weights approximately 202 kg more than 1969 McLaren M10.
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:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 1969 McLaren M10 | |
| Make | Ford | McLaren |
| Model | Consul | M10 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 680 kg |
