1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 970 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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.
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1963 Ford Taunus | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taunus | M |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1183 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |