1957 Ford 17M vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 52 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 560 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1957 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford 17M | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | 17M | 330 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |