1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 43 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL 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, 2011 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | 17 | TL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
