1977 Buick Regal vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 315 kg more than 1958 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1958 Ford 17 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | 17 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |