1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 24 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 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 713 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.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Aurora | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
