1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 38 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan Roadster weights approximately 88 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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | 12 M | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
