1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,220 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 920 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 Mercedes-Benz S (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 12 M | S |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 3220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 88 L |