1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
