1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 45 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1079 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | 12 M | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
