1987 BMW 750 vs. 1955 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 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. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford 12 M has manual transmission. 1955 Ford 12 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1955 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
