1968 Ford 17 vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 618 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 510 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | 17 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1650 kg |
