2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Ford Consul
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1964 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 610 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1964 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Consul |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 782 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |