1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2006 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2006 Opel Speedster 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Speedster weights approximately 153 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, 2006 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 12 M | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 36 L |
