1999 Vector M12 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1999 Vector M12.
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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-150. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1999 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1999 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Vector M12 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Vector | Ford |
| Model | M12 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3670 mm |
