1955 Ford 12 M vs. 1957 Volvo 120
To start off, 1957 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Volvo 120 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford 12 M.
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:
| 1955 Ford 12 M | 1957 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | 12 M | 120 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
