1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 445 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 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | 12 M | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
