2007 BMW 335 vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 335 | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 335 | 12 M |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |