1959 Ford 17M vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | 17M | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |