1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taunus | E-150 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1758 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3510 mm |