1963 Ford Consul vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 43 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Consul | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
