1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Taunus | Expedition |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 127 L |