2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1970 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 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Aspen | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
