1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1004 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
