1957 Ford 17M vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 370 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford 17M | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | 17M | 996 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |