1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 381 kg more than 1957 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, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | Consul |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
