1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 750 kg more than 1966 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Challenger | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
