1984 Ferrari 328 GTB vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is newer by 25 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 1,850 cc, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB weights approximately 148 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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (260 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 328 GTB | 17M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1697 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1263 kg | 1115 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
