1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taunus | 993 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |