1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 1974 BMW 2.8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1953 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2.8 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
