1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M.
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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | 12 M | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
