2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 434 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 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 | 1520 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
