1956 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford 12 M.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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:
| 1956 Ford 12 M | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | 12 M | Defender |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
