1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 45 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1294 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 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taunus | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
