1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 904 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | 17 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3022 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |
