1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1954 Ford Consul
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 32 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 47 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1954 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
