1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 45 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 202 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 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Taunus | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
