1959 Ford 17M vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 51 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 645 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | 17M | A5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |