1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 297 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Taurus. (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | DeVille | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2868 mm |
