1996 BMW 525 vs. 1958 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1958 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 1958 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
