1968 Ford 12 M vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 28 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | 12 M | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |