1957 Ford 17M vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 54 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 17M | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
