1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taunus | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
