2000 Chrysler Viper vs. 1951 Ford Consul
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Viper is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Consul would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 349 more horse power than 1951 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 545 kg more than 1951 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, 2000 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Consul. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Viper | 1951 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Consul |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
