1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 1 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford 12 M weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bizzarrini GT | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
