2007 BMW 335 vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
