2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 216 kg more than 1956 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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Enzo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 47 L |
