1959 Ford 17M vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 49 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1380 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 17M | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
