1953 Ford 12 M vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 57 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford 12 M.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | 12 M | Defender |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
