1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 46 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 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taunus | Defender |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
