1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 71 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 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4007 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
