1957 Ford 17M vs. 2001 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 44 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2001 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | 17M | G34 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1050 mm |
