1951 Ford Taunus vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1951 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1951 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:
| 1951 Ford Taunus | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | 993 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
