1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1959 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1959 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
