1957 Ford 17M vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 56 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 17M | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 17M | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
