1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 32 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 706 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.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue (312 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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 | 1999 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 12 M | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 64 L |
