1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 95 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
