2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,571 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1952 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3571 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
