1959 Ford 17M vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 1998 Lexus GS is newer by 39 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 547 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, 1998 Lexus GS (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 1998 Lexus GS 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. 1998 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | 17M | GS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
