2009 BMW M3 vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP) has 374 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1952 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1952 Ford Consul | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Consul |
Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 40 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |