1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 255 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | 12 M | Silverado |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 98 L |