2007 BMW M vs. 1966 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 41 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M.
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, 2007 BMW M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1966 Ford 12 M | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | 12 M |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |