2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1959 Ford 17M
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1959 Ford 17M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | 17M |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |