1959 Ford 17M vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 53 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1116 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2012 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | 17M | Savana |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |