1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Vector |
| Model | 12 M | M12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
