1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 589 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 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taunus | 911 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |