1958 Ford 12 M vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 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. 2012 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1958 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 12 M | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 12 M | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1170 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 404 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
