1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 40 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1441 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, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest 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 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Quest |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
