1958 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 53 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1155 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.
Because 1958 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 17 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
