1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (188 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1229 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | R |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
