1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 52 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 835 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 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Taunus | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taunus | EX |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |