1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 974 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 142 L |
