2009 BMW 335 vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 50 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1959 Ford 17M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | 17M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1697 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
