1966 Ford 12 M vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford 12 M | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | 12 M | V8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
