1967 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 706 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 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | 12 M | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
