2008 BMW 545 vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1958 Ford 17 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | 17 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |