1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 355 kg more than 1966 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mythos | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
