1959 Ford 17M vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 572 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | 17M | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
