2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 38 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 358 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.
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, 2006 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 40 L |
