1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1970 Ford 17
To start off, 1970 Ford 17 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 17 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1970 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 256 F1 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
