1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 47 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia, 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taunus | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
