1951 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 54 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1951 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 550 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 | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
