1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 754 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (416 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 416 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
