1963 Ford Taunus vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1601 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Taunus | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Taunus | Tundra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |