2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1952 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1952 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 60 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Consul. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1952 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1952 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1952 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2550 mm |
