1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 12 M | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
