1973 BMW Touring vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Consul weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1952 Ford Consul | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Consul |
Year Released | 1973 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |