1950 Ford Taunus vs. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana
To start off, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP) has 213 more horse power than 1950 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 646 kg more than 1950 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Taunus | 1990 Porsche Pan Americana | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Pan Americana |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 247 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
