1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 42 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1044 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra 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 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | 12 M | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 4250 mm |
