2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 298 kg more than 1958 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Consul |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3931 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 124 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
