1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 715 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | 12 M | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |
