1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 780 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro 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 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | 12 M | Monaro |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |