1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Taunus | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
