1959 Ford 17M vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 45 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 515 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | 17M | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |