1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1038 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Taunus | A8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5137 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2992 mm |