1957 Ford 17M vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 40 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 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 135 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 17M | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
