1977 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1953 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1977 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1953 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Malibu | 1953 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Malibu | 12 M |
Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 37 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |