1974 Ford Capri vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 268 kg more than 1967 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | 12 M |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |