1968 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 544 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | 17 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 545 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |