1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1459 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra 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 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | 12 M | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 98 L |
