2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 1957 Ford Consul | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Ranger | Consul |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |