1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 339 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | 17M |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 385 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 55 L |