1961 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 663 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 SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 SLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | SLS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
