1963 Ford Consul vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 468 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Consul | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Consul | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |