1957 Ford 17M vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC is newer by 41 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 360 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, 1998 Lexus SC (290 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | 17M | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
