1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 695 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Taunus | C |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 62 L |
