1970 Ford Taunus vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus M250 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Taunus weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250.
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, 1999 Lotus M250 (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Taunus | M250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
