1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 47 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 482 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 1035 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | 12 M | M6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |