1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 47 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1181 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taunus | Savana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
