1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 47 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 900 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.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
