2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1435 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
