1958 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 757 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17. 2009 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 17 has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 17 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | 17 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
