1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1276 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Taunus | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
