1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 560 kg more than 1964 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2004 Ford GT | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | GT |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
