1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Taunus | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2960 mm |
