1941 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP) has 351 more horse power than 1941 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1941 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1941 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1941 Ford Taunus | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taunus | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1941 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 385 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |