1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 473 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, 2005 Nissan Altima, 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (338 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | Altima |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
