1960 Moretti Spider Turismo vs. 2010 Ford Taurus

To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo has manual transmission. 1960 Moretti Spider Turismo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Moretti Spider Turismo 2010 Ford Taurus
Make Moretti Ford
Model Spider Turismo Taurus
Year Released 1960 2010
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 747 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 33 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 67 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1981 kg
Vehicle Length 3810 mm 5154 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1935 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2160 mm 2868 mm


 

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