1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1057 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Taunus | Equus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3045 mm |
