1955 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 50 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 12 M | 996 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
