1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi Coupe (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 674 kg more than 1968 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe 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, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
