1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 34 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 426 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (323 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 TS Targa | Consul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
