1984 BMW M6 vs. 1954 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1954 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1954 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
