1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 439 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Project Vantage | 17M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
