2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | 12 M |
Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |