1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 435 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1968 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
