1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 209 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
