1991 Audi 100 vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 25 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 631 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
