1957 Ford 12 M vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 55 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1957 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 430 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford 12 M | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
