2009 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 41 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1968 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1182 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
