1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 43 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 404 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lexus IS (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2003 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Taunus | IS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
