1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1204 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 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Taunus | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
