1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 51 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taunus | Q5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |