1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 48 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 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 540 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Taunus | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2600 mm |