1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 37 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 734 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT 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 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 12 M | GT |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
