1954 Ford 12 M vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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:
| 1954 Ford 12 M | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | 12 M | Defender |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
