1955 Ford 12 M vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 57 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 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 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 12 M | 316 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
