1957 Ford 17M vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1992 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 35 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 195 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (371 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | 17M | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
