1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1967 Ford 12 M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 128 kg more than 1967 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 12 M | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | 12 M | FE |
Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |