1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Chevelle | F-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6478 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |