1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Taunus | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2613 mm |
