1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 36 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 483 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 12 M | Alero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
