2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 450 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | 17M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
