1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 777 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 1960 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Taunus | C8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
