2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 187 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford 17M has manual transmission. 1959 Ford 17M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | 17M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
