1973 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 734 kg more than 1960 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, 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
| Model | Longchamp | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
