1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1135 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 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot 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 | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 12 M | Pilot |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |