2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 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 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |
