2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1953 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1953 Ford Consul. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Consul weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1953 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2550 mm |
