1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 38 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1230 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
