1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | 12 M | Titan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1182 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |