2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 576 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 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1956 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Consul |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 47 L |