2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (255 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1950 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1950 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
