2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1950 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 57 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 245 more horse power than 1950 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1534 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Consul. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1950 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2550 mm |
