2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 49 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1287 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | 17M |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 129 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |