1963 Ford Consul vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 898 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4727 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
