1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 182 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |
