1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 40 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 522 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.
Because 1963 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
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1963 Ford Taunus | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Taunus | Signum |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |