1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 385 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 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
