1958 Ford 12 M vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 465 kg more than 1958 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:
| 1958 Ford 12 M | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | 12 M | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
