1963 Ford Consul vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 49 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1963 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1303 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Consul. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Consul | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Consul | X5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
