2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1958 Ford Consul

To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 49 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 761 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW Convertible 1958 Ford Consul
Make BMW Ford
Model Convertible Consul
Year Released 2007 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1702 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 363 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 1089 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 47 L