1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1830 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Taunus | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
