1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (361 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 457 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 Pontiac G8 (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 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 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | 12 M | G8 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
