2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2007 Chevrolet Express 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. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | 17M |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |