1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 50 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1225 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 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taunus | X6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |