1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 810 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 1966 Ford 12 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | 12 M | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
