1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 410 kg more than 1963 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2000 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Taunus | NSX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |