1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1275 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.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 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 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 12 M | X6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
