1959 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort. 2012 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Escort | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
