1957 Ford 17M vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 46 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 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 470 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 17M | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 89 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
