1959 Ford 17M vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | 17M | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |