2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1955 Ford Consul
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul.
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 Mustang (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2009 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1955 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Consul |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
