1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
