1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 704 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 1960 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taunus | A6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
