1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M.
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, 2010 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 323 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 | 2010 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 12 M | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
