1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 53 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 390 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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Ford | Acura |
| Model | Taunus | ILX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
