1968 Ford 17 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1370 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 17 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3294 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
