1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1672 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Taunus | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |