1953 Ford 12 M vs. 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford 12 M | 1981 Plymouth Gran Fury | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | 12 M | Gran Fury |
Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |