1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 48 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2008 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Taunus | Exige |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |