1959 Ford 17M vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1473 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2010 Infiniti QX56 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. 2010 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | 17M | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |
