1956 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 57 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1956 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1956 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. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1956 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford 12 M | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 12 M | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
