1968 Ford 17 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | NSX |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |