1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 43 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 935 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | 12 M | 335 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |