1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 38 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 3,628 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 611 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.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | 12 M | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3628 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
