2009 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Consul weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 1955 Ford Consul is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1955 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A4 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
