2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 43 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Ford Consul (127 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1959 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT 40 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 47 L |
