1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 379 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 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Taunus | Maxima |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |