1959 Ford 17M vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 54 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 720 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 17M | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2912 mm |
