1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2225 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | 12 M | F-250 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1305 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 3075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3490 mm |