1957 Ford 17M vs. 1991 Porsche 965
To start off, 1991 Porsche 965 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. 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, 1991 Porsche 965 (459 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1991 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 17M | 965 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
