1959 Ford 17M vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1973 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota 2000GT weights approximately 45 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17M | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |