1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 198 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 Peugeot 306, 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 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Taunus | 306 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |