1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 39 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 678 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 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada 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 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Armada |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 106 L |
