1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1971 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1971 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 12 M | 1971 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | 12 M | K 70 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |