1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1711 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 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | 12 M | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 95 L |
