1998 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Venture 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1957 Ford 17M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ford 17M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | 17M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
