1959 Ford 17M vs. 1985 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 105 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 1985 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1985 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 17M | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
