2005 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 37 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 640 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
