1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 409 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Consul |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
