1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 39 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1181 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 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty 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 | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | 12 M | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
