2006 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1959 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 47 L |
