1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 744 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 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
