1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1593 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 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taunus | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 119 L |
