1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 930 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 12 M | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |