1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 40 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 688 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 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
