1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport is newer by 43 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 375 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Taunus | GranSport |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 73 L |