1957 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 874 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1957 Ford 12 M | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | 12 M | Agera |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |