2000 Audi R8 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Consul weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
