1959 Ford 17M vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 42 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 285 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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | 17M | IS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
