1957 Ford 17M vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford 17M weights approximately 11 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2003 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | 17M | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
