1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 38 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | 12 M | Defender |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 93 L |