1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 879 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 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2008 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Antara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
