2007 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 39 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 2,979 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 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 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 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
