1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 50 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 723 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Taunus | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |