1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1712 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 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taunus | Discovery |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |