1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1704 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taunus | Savana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 117 L |
