1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1352 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Taunus | Sierra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |