1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 525 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | 12 M |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |