1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1990 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1990 Holden Statesman is newer by 23 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Statesman weights approximately 713 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, 1990 Holden Statesman (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Statesman 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 | 1990 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 12 M | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
