1959 Ford 17M vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 18 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 360 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | 17M | GTS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |