1959 Ford 17M vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1435 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, 2009 GMC Savana (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2009 GMC Savana 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. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | 17M | Savana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2550 kg |
