2009 BMW Z4 vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1962 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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
